The Latest Breaking News from Disability

New Adult Disability Payment application guide could help people claim up to £156 each week

Successful claimant’s in 13 council areas could receive between £97.80 and £627.60 every four weeks.

Daily Record · Jul 25, 2022

HMRC to give over one million Tax Credits claimants £326 cost of living payment this autumn

Working Tax Credits and Child Tax Credits claimants will receive the £650 cost of living payment later this year.

Daily Record · Jul 25, 2022

People applying for new Adult Disability Payment this month could get decision by end of October

Adult Disability Payment has now replaced PIP for new claimants in 13 council areas.

Daily Record · Jul 25, 2022

DWP Universal Credit claimants could be missing out on an extra £627 a month tax-free

People who are in need help due to an illness, disability or mental health condition may qualify for extra financial support from DWP

Chronicle Live · Jul 24, 2022

Disability rights don’t have to clash with environmental responsibility

Picture this. There’s a tool you rely on to drink and using it is essential. It’s readily available. You’re given one with a drink wherever you go, and you can buy it cheaply in many stores. Imagine, then, that this tool is taken away.

The Conversation · Jul 24, 2022

Chicagoans celebrate diversity at Disability Pride Parade: ‘It’s a healing event’

The Disability Pride Parade, which took on a virtual format for the past two years due to the COVID-19 pandemic, was back in person Saturday morning.

Chicago Sun-Times · Jul 23, 2022

Women with disabilities 'underestimated' as battle for equality in science careers heats up

Geologist Melanie Finch knows all about the barriers faced by women pursuing careers in science and mining with even greater challenges for those with disabilities, but these trailblazes are determined to lead the way for the next generation.

ABC News · Jul 23, 2022

Swimmer Ellie Cole ready to farewell sport at the Commonwealth Games and take the lead in creating a more inclusive society

Australia's most decorated female Paralympian will retire after the Commonwealth Games and take on a new role creating a more inclusive society.

ABC News · Jul 23, 2022

‘DGCA rule for disabled air travellers is an insult’

Disability rights community demands its withdrawal

The Hindu · Jul 23, 2022

Child Development Centre allotted ₹2.8 crore

Funds for projects to check childhood disability, identify rare diseases

The Hindu · Jul 23, 2022